Florence Henderson, whose role as Carol Brady on The Brady Bunch earned her the nickname "America's Mom," died on Thursday at the age of 82.
Celebrities close to her and other Hollywood stars took to Twitter to express their sadness at the loss of the legendary TV actress.
Florence Henderson, thanks for your light and love. You were America's mom, and we shall miss you dearly.
Florence Henderson-Warm Talented & kind passed away today.Thank you Florence for being such a kind generous friend to Alexis.
Heartbroken. I'll miss you, my friend. #RIP @ItsFloHenderson
RIP the dear #Florence Henderson. You were a light.
I will miss you Florence Henderson 💕
I was so touched by her sincerity & kindness. #FlorenceHenderson was such a class act. My heart goes out to her family during this sad time
Devastated . She was just at my house-so vibrant -so wonderful-Such light in this world. I'm crushed https://t.co/fyVFJlmdm1
Broken hearted. She was like a mom to is all. I'm grateful I had the chance to get to know you these past few years. RIP #FlorenceHenderson
Oh, #FlorenceHenderson 😞Thank you for all the nights you kept me company as an insomniac child. Your work meant so much to so many. #RIP
Florence Henderson was a great woman..warm funny & saucy! I'm crushed to hear she died. Sending love & sympathy to… https://t.co/KknlpwyJmA
I played Carol in The Real Live Brady Bunch stage show. I got to know Florence Henderson herself over the years. Wh… https://t.co/zGV0Pefc7V
Florence Henderson will always be a part of our American consciousness. Funny, cool, maternal, sexy(yes), perfect mom we all wanted. #RIP
Sad to read about the passing of Florence Henderson, one of the lovliest, most loveable and beloved people in our business
I'm deeply saddened by the loss of Florence Henderson. So many of us grew up watching the Brady Bunch! RIP Carol Brady you will be missed🙏🏼
RIP Florence Henderson. "The Brady Bunch" was everything.
Florence might be the most unaffected and humble entertainer I have ever met. From Brady Bunch… https://t.co/gjBhlLsI00
Florence Henderson was a doll and a dame and funny as hell. RIP
But perhaps the most heart-wrenching tribute came from Maureen McCormick, who who played Henderson’s eldest daughter, Marcia, on The Brady Bunch.
Florence Henderson was a dear friend for so very many years & in my <3 forever. Love & hugs to her family. I'll miss u dearly #RIPFlorence